Keep your little leprechaun St. Patrick's Day safe

Don't rely on luck to keep your pets out of harm's way.

Keep your little leprechaun St. Patrick's Day safe. Don't rely on luck to keep your pets out of harm's way.

Beware of these popular St. Patrick's Day treats

Shepherd's pie:
Typically contains garlic and onions, which can cause damage to red blood cells.*

Corned beef:
High in fat, which can cause pancreatitis.

Irish soda bread:
Typically contains raisins, which can cause kidney failure.*

*Immediate veterinary care is recommended if your pet consumes any of these foods.

Common holiday illness: Alcohol poisoning

Signs of alcohol poisoning in pets: Lethargy, disorientation, shallow breathing, and tremors/seizures. Average cost for care is $496. Reimbursement with Whole Pet with Wellness is $446.

Shamrocks: Not so lucky for pets

Shamrocks (Oxalis acetosella) are toxic if ingested by pets. The good news is they taste very bitter, and that keeps most snack hunters away.

However, if ingested, shamrocks can lead to poisoning serious enough to cause acute renal failure. Beware of these festive favorites!

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